Mesothelioma

Mesothelioma is a type of cancer affecting the smooth lining of the chest, lungs, heart, and abdomen, known as the mesothelium. Mesothelioma is described as localized if the cancer is found only on the membrane surface where it originated. Mesothelioma symptoms are not specific to the disease, which means that many of the mesothelioma symptoms are the same for other medical problems. Asbestos Causing Mesothelioma Workers who are exposed to asbestos particles for decades are unaware of the possible harmful effects of asbestos to their health. Asbestos is the major risk factor for mesothelioma and other asbestos related diseases. Asbestos is a group of minerals that naturally occur as strong and flexible fibers which can be separated into thin threads. It is widely use in many industries suc...